Top 10 appetizer recipes of 2025! Easy party appetizers including dips, sliders, meatballs, and crowd-pleasing favorites.
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Whether you’re hosting a party, planning game day snacks, or bringing a dish to share, appetizers always steal the show. Looking back at 2025, these were the top 10 appetizer recipes you made, shared, and loved the most. They’re easy to prep, perfect for feeding a crowd, and always disappear fast.
From creamy dips and saucy meatballs to warm sliders and classic party favorites, these appetizers are tried-and-true winners. If you’re building a party menu or just need a reliable snack everyone will love, this list has you covered.
Ham and Cheese Sliders
Warm, melty, and baked to perfection, these sliders are ideal for feeding a group. They’re simple, satisfying, and perfect for holidays or casual get-togethers.
Lil Smokies
A classic party staple for a reason. These lil smokies are easy to prepare and always a hit, whether served sweet, savory, or somewhere in between.
Buffalo Chicken Dip
Creamy, cheesy, and packed with bold flavor, this classic buffalo chicken dip is a must for parties and game days. Serve it with chips, crackers, or veggies for an instant crowd-pleaser.
Homemade Salsa
Fresh, flavorful, and so easy to make, this homemade salsa was a reader favorite in 2025. It’s perfect for chips, tacos, or serving alongside your favorite appetizers.
Meatball Sliders
Everything you love about meatballs, tucked into soft rolls with melty cheese. These meatball sliders are filling, flavorful, and great for parties or casual dinners.
7 Layer Dip
This 7 layered dip is colorful, flavorful, and perfect for feeding a crowd. It’s easy to assemble ahead of time and always a favorite on the appetizer table.
Velveeta Queso
Smooth, creamy, and endlessly dippable, this velveeta queso is a go-to appetizer for parties. It comes together quickly and pairs perfectly with chips or pretzels.
Cheese Ball Bites
All the flavor of a classic cheese ball, made mini and bite-sized. These are mini cheese ball bites easy to serve, fun to eat, and perfect for holidays and entertaining.
Hot Corn Dip
Creamy, cheesy, and loaded with corn, this warm corn dip is comfort food in appetizer form. It’s perfect for cooler months and always gets rave reviews.
BBQ Meatballs
These sweet and savory bbq meatballs were a hit all year long. They’re easy to make ahead, perfect for slow cookers, and always one of the first appetizers to disappear.
From easy dips to classic sliders and crowd-pleasing meatballs, these recipes are perfect for bringing people together around the table. Thank you for cooking along with me, sharing your photos, and making these appetizers part of your gatherings.
